Savanna Trust

Savanna Trust Savanna Trust is an Arts organization that specializes in using theatre, radio drama and video for social change and development

We are deeply honoured to share that Zi Animal Farm has been nominated in three categories - Best Production, Best Actor...
13/02/2026

We are deeply honoured to share that Zi Animal Farm has been nominated in three categories - Best Production, Best Actor, and Best Actress - at this year's NAMA Awards ceremony.

From the bottom of our hearts, we extend our warmest appreciation to our incredible audiences who stood by this production from the first show to the final curtain call. You filled the theatre, you laughed, you reflected, and you carried the story with us. Your love and support are the very pillars of this milestone!

We are profoundly grateful to our amazing director, Bongani Bennedict Masango who traveled from South Africa and dedicated his time, passion, and creative brilliance to bringing this project to life. Zi Animal Farm is a beautiful testament to the power of collaboration - a meeting of creative minds with a shared artistic vision.

To the actors, technical team, and the entire Savanna Trust Family - your enduring commitment to excellence and producing high-quality, professional theatre continues to raise the bar and inspires us all.

This nomination belongs to us all!

National Arts Council of Zimbabwe - NACZ Lloyd Nyikadzino Elroy Takunda Musiiwa Tapiwa Henry Mutekede Young Artists Development School YADS Iyasa (Inkululeko Yabatsha School of Arts) Pezhuba Pachena Cultural Ensemble Shangano Arts Trust National Arts Council of Zimbabwe - NACZ Tsungie Tsungie Komboni Simangaliso mutize Silibaziso Chuka David Kanduna Daniel Maposa Obrian Mudyiwenyama Teddy Mangawa Cadrick Khekhe Msongelwa Zimbabwe Theatre Academy Reps Theatre - Harare, Zimbabwe Theatre in the Park, Harare Patsime Trust Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre -JMLT

Capturing the breathtaking beauty of Zimbabwe’s landscape and bringing it to television!Our team is currently in Binga -...
10/02/2026

Capturing the breathtaking beauty of Zimbabwe’s landscape and bringing it to television!

Our team is currently in Binga - a place where nature, culture and creativity meet. Surrounded by the majestic shores of Lake Kariba and the sweeping, sun-kissed plains, the production team is locking down locations, constructing sets and holding auditions for the upcoming co-production television series between ZBC and Savanna Trust.

The scenery offers the rich cultural heritage of the Batonga people and gives a powerful canvas for storytelling. This fusion, promises to shape one of Zimbabwe’s finest television productions - a celebration of place, people and the limitless power of local stories brought to life on screen.

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After a quiet January, February has started on a high note Savanna Trust is proud to announce a new partnership with the...
04/02/2026

After a quiet January, February has started on a high note

Savanna Trust is proud to announce a new partnership with the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) on an exciting national television co-production. This project brings together some of the country’s most creative practitioners from both the theatre and film industries, united by a shared vision of storytelling for impact.

This marks an exciting start to the year as we expand our reach and continue using the arts to spark dialogue, reflection, and social change.

Watch this space - the best is yet to come.

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As we continue commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we have successfully delivered five ...
09/12/2025

As we continue commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we have successfully delivered five powerful Forum Theatre performances in Chitungwiza, Mbare and Rugare. Each performance has opened space for honest conversations, deep reflection, and community-driven solutions on ending Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).

Hundreds of residents have been engaged through interactive storytelling and increased their awareness of signs of IPV and available support services. With four more performances left, our commitment remains strong. We continue to stand with communities, amplifying voices, challenging harmful beliefs, and inspiring collective action.

✊🏽 Together, we are showing that Love Shouldn’t Hurt- and change is possible when communities rise together.



Population Solutions for Health Cadrick Khekhe Msongelwa Culture Fund National Arts Council of Zimbabwe - NACZ Elroy Takunda Musiiwa Tapiwa Henry Mutekede Pezhuba Pachena Cultural Ensemble Young Artists Development School YADS Shangano Arts Trust Lloyd Nyikadzino Open Society-Africa Intwasa ARTS Festival koBULAWAYO Unesco Regional Office for Southern Africa Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission Iyasa (Inkululeko Yabatsha School of Arts)Family Support Trust Tsungie Patsime Trust

SavannaTrust joins the world in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence! This year, we are p...
27/11/2025

SavannaTrust joins the world in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence!

This year, we are proud to partner with Population Solutions for Health (PSH) under the powerful campaign. Together, we are using the transformative power of Forum Theatre to spark dialogue, challenge harmful norms, and inspire communities to take a stand against Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).

During the 16 days, SavannaTrust will stage 9 interactive community theatre performances across Chitungwiza, Mbare, and Epworth, bringing real-life stories to life and empowering audiences to take part in finding solutions.

These performances are more than theatre - they are a call to action. A space for communities to reflect, engage, and collectively reimagine a world where love is safe, supportive, and free from violence.

-Together, let’s raise our voices.
-Together, let’s end gender-based violence.
-Because Love Shouldn’t Hurt.



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❤️ To Our Amazing Audiences ❤️Last night, you braved the rain, the cold, and the chill in the air - yet your presence br...
07/11/2025

❤️ To Our Amazing Audiences ❤️

Last night, you braved the rain, the cold, and the chill in the air - yet your presence brought warmth that filled Theatre in the Park. Your laughter, gasps, and applause reminded us why we do what we do. Thank you for standing with Zi Animal Farm through every drop and drizzle - your energy turned the rain into sunshine.

Tonight, we rise again! The revolution continues, the tension thickens, and the animals have more secrets to reveal. Expect betrayal, power, and heart-stopping performances that will leave you questioning who truly rules the farm.

Don’t miss the second run of Zi Animal Farm tonight at 6PM. Tickets are available at the venue for $5. See you there!



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When the animals overthrow their human master, they dream of freedom and equality… but power has a way of corrupting eve...
06/11/2025

When the animals overthrow their human master, they dream of freedom and equality… but power has a way of corrupting even the purest hearts.

After weeks of anticipation, Zi Animal Farm finally storms onto the stage at Theatre in The Park for an explosive 3-day run, from today until Saturday the 8th of November.

This isn’t just a play - it’s a mirror of our world, a story of ambition, betrayal, and the cost of silence.

Get your ticket for $5 at Theatre in The Park, Harare



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05/11/2025

The revolution has begun. War is looming!!

They said all animals are equal... But tomorrow, everything changes. Don't miss the opportunity to watch this thrilling theatre production that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Zi Animal Farm comes alive on the 6th of November, 6PM at Theatre in the Park, Harare.



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04/11/2025

When a leader wields power through fear, the farm's fate hangs in the balance! Napoleon's reign plunges the farm into chaos!.

Come and witness all the action and intrigue this from the 6th to the 8th of November 2025 at Theatre in the Park, Harare, 6PM.

See you there!



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THE RUMOURS ARE TRUE - THE FARM IS BACK!!After causing an uproar (and a few pig fights) earlier this year, Comrade Napol...
31/10/2025

THE RUMOURS ARE TRUE - THE FARM IS BACK!!

After causing an uproar (and a few pig fights) earlier this year, Comrade Napoleon has already declared herself "Most Entertaining Leader of All Time."

Zi Animal Farm returns to Theatre in the Park by public demand, from the 6th to the 8th of November 2025. The animals have spoken, and they are ready to bring the chaos, comedy, and cleverness back to the stage

Don't miss your chance to see what really happens when animals run the show!

Mark your calendars!



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Savanna Trust and Family Support Trust Are Using Theatre to End SGBV in SchoolsIn a collaboration aimed at tackling Sexu...
21/10/2025

Savanna Trust and Family Support Trust Are Using Theatre to End SGBV in Schools

In a collaboration aimed at tackling Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) among young people, Savanna Trust has partnered with Family Support Trust (FST) to empower adolescents across Harare through theatre-based education and advocacy. The partnership brings together the creative power of the arts and the technical expertise of social health practitioners to address one of Zimbabwe’s most pressing social issues - SGBV.

At the heart of this initiative is a simple yet powerful idea: when young people understand, express, and act, change begins.

Savanna Trust, known for its innovative use of theatre for social transformation, is leading the capacity-strengthening component, training students in high schools across Harare to use performance as a tool for dialogue and awareness. Through the theatre workshops, learners are not only developing acting skills but also learning to dramatize and reflect on real life experiences related to gender norms, abuse, consent and respect.

On the other side, Family Support Trust brings in the technical and educational expertise, offering students accurate, age-appropriate information about SGBV - what it is, how it manifests, and where to seek help. Their sessions unpack the legal, psychological, and social dimensions of gender-based violence, equipping adolescents with the language and knowledge to protect themselves and others.

The partnership between the two organizations is more than a collaboration: it’s a fusion of art and advocacy, of creativity and care. By blending theatre and technical education, young people are not just being informed - they are being empowered to lead change.

Results from the schools involved are already showing as teachers report that students are speaking more confidently about issues previously considered taboo. In some schools, learners have gone on to form drama clubs dedicated to promoting gender equality and challenging harmful practices such as bullying, shaming, and discrimination based on gender.

For many students, the experience is transformative. Through role-play and storytelling, they learn empathy, self-expression, and the power of voice. As Savanna Trust and Family Support Trust continue this work, their vision is clear - a Zimbabwe where every child, regardless of gender, grows up in a society that values respect, equality, and safety.

Read more: https://www.savannatrust.org/blog/savanna-trust-and-family-support-trust-are-using-theatre-to-end-sgbv-in-schools

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